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Hi Suzy626! Are you in the northern part of the state, too? I seem to be the only one in the southern part. Good luck to you and your venture! Lee

Hi, Was a Bubble Butt.................that is some very interesting information on the whey products. I have learned a lot. We just talked tonight about different whey proteins, and those shots you mentioned were discussed. I had never heard of them before. The gal said she bought them at the "Vitamin Shoppe". I do think that is a chain store. She said they were good and full of protein, but did not mention anything else about them. She most likely does not know much about them, though. How did you learn all of that info? I would love to read some of the things you have been teaching us here...................Nice to "see" you again! Lee

Vomiting at night sure sounds bad. I would worry about aspiration, from that type of vomiting, especially if you end up choking on it. I sure hope you can find the help you need...................Lee

Hi Melissa! I know where the Pots Nets places are. The only thing with Long Neck, is one way in, and one way out! Traffic gets horrible! I am a paramedic with the county, and over the years, have spent quite a bit of time in Pot Nets! Have fun!

Wow, I wonder why that happens? Does not seem to be an idea that I can come up with, unless needle sticks in general make you feel that way. That does happen with some folks. I ate breakfast, worked out at the gym, got my fill, then went out to lunch, today. All went well. I have been wondering, and have found out today, that my port is tilted, but the doc had no problem getting the needle in right away!

Hi Stacey! Thanks for thinking of me, I get lonely down here!

Yup, the holiday weekend is sure coming quick! The traffic can be a nuisance, but I just wish dogs could go on the beach some times during the season. We have a German Shepherd, who loves the beach, and when I go to the beach, I always feel guilty having to leave her alone. Where do you stay when you come down to the beach? Have a great weekend, and enjoy the sun and sand! Lee

Hello Up there in New Castle! I am down here all alone! Lee

I found (when I had restriction) that anything that took way too much chewing, like steak, etc, I quickly became very disinterested in, and spit it out!

But the band does not do all of the work, it is a tool to assist with self control. Even with the band, there is still self control involved. And without self control, well heck, that is how I became overweight to begin with!

I agree with Jenna. I too had the same problem today. Had one fill in March, and with restiction, good diet and going to the gym, I was losing nicely. However, the past week I have been super hungry, eating more than I should, and now have no restriction. Can eat anything, bread and all. I called and asked for a fill, and was turned down, and was told to use good judgement, and that I know the things to eat and not to eat! I thought the band was to help as a tool with our self control???

Apparently that does happen. Two people in my support group mentioned it happening to them. I am wondering if the band moving against the stomach is irritating for some?

Hi Cuddlebug! Seems we are getting a little further south, good thing! Nice meeting you, hope to see you around............Lee

I an around, but a lot further south than you are. Good luck on your journey...................Lee

My liquids were a little "thick" at times. I would add some of those mashed potatoes that you buy in the containers, and add them to soup or broth Of course, those potatoes are not good for you, but it did help with taste!

Slow, slow, slow here too. Banded 2/14, have not lost that much weight, either. However, I do not feel too bad, I have been going to the gym 3 times a week, and that relieves some of the non weight loss guilt! Good luck to all of us slow losers!

I found that anything with any consistency to it, (not chewed to a pulp) got stuck. Eggs were one of them. Soft is not the same as chewed to nothingness! I have learned along the way to chew, chew, chew!

I started in the gym 1 week post op. Even if you only do cardio for now, that will burn calories.

I was told to start drining the protein drinks two weeks prior to my surgery. My doctor also told me that most individuals don't get enough protein during the day anyway, so anyone can drink them. Also, if working out, they are very important in lean muscle growth and development.

Oh Jill, How horrible! I am so glad that she had not been more critically hurt. I did not know that either, that the shift can disengage while turned off and move like that. Thanks for the warning, and good luck with your baby!

Lunasa, since I love to learn about different lands, would you be able to post some pictures sometime, somewhere, like maybe on the general discussion site on your country, things you see and enjoy, so we can learn about a different country?

Ahhh, what a great and supportive mom! You are lucky to have her.....good going!

From what I understand they are valid co-morbid factors.

Was a Bubble Butt, I totally agree with your last three post! Rock on!!

Janine, What was a Bubble Butt is saying that it is technically not shock. Shock is a life threatening condition that occurs when the body is not getting enough blood flow. This can damage multiple organs. Shock requires immediate medical attention and can get worse very rapidly. Types of shock are: Cardiogenic: associated with heart problems Hypovolemic: caused by inadequate blood volume Anaphylatctic: caused by an allergic reaction Septic: associated with infections Neurogenic: caused by damage to the nervous system. It can also be caused by any condition that reduces the blood flow; such as: Heart problems, as in heart attack or heart failure Low Blood Volume; as with heavy bleeding or dehydration Changes in blood vessels; as with infection or allergic reaction In our society people tend to use the word shock very loosely. I have come across many car crash scenes to hear people shouting to hurry, that the pt. is in shock! When in reality, they may be dazed from a spuck to the head, or any other trauma, but shock is usually not the case.